[top-lahyn] 
| 1. | so important as to be named at or near the top of a newspaper item, advertisement, or the like: a topline actress; topline news. |
| 2. | of the highest reputation, importance, etc.: a topline business firm. |
Top Line
A reference to sales or revenue.
Investopedia Commentary
This term refers to the fact that revenue is the top line appearing on a company's income statement.
Related Links
Great Expectations: Forecasting Sales Growth
Understanding The Income Statement
Introduction to Fundamental Analysis
See also: Bottom Line, Income Statement, Revenue
Also spelled: Topline
